Per Diem Psychiatrist - Youth CSU
Listed compensation
$183 - $229/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
You will direct medical treatment to members served within the scope of your Psychiatrist licensure. You will participate in the leadership of the program by participating and communicating with Program staff and members served. You participate in the leadership of the program by ensuring superior quality medical practices that meet and exceed licensure requirements, payer standards and client and community needs.
Psychiatrist - Per-Diem Short Hour, Mon-Sun Remote (Coverage for a few hours per week as needed)
Compensation -
Independent Contractor wage range - $183- $229 / Hour
Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
Independent Contractors are not eligible for company benefits and must provide their own malpractice insurance.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
- A medical degree from a medical school accredited by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association and successful completion of residency training program in psychiatry
- Active DEA in good standing
What’s In It For You*
- Dynamic, collaborative, and professional team environment
- Opportunity to provide recovery focused care
- Flexible per diem schedule
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams.
Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Alameda County Youth CSU is a Crisis Stabilization Unit serving youth populations within Alameda County. These programs provide screening/triage, medication support and brief treatment in a safe, protective setting. These programs are sometimes co-located with acute inpatient programs, allowing for a 'warm hand-off' transfer when needed. The typical length of stay is up to 24 hours.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatrist will direct medical treatment for members served within the scope of their licensure and participate in program leadership by communicating with staff and members. This role ensures superior quality medical practices that meet or exceed licensure requirements, payer standards, and client needs.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a medical degree from an AMA or AOA accredited school and have successfully completed a residency training program in psychiatry. An active DEA in good standing is also a mandatory requirement for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Per Diem Psychiatrist - Youth CSU at Telecare a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 19,617 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 55% have no call, 57% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
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